Archive for the ‘Dodgers Prospects’ Category
Saturday, March 1st, 2008
There is reference in this Sporting News article of a comment by Joe Torre that Nomar Garciaparra has the inside track on the 3B job for the Dodgers because of his veteran status. This amid news that the Dodgers are considering trading for Brandon Inge. None of this bodes well for Andy LaRoche, who had hoped to get a shot at starting for the major league team. I, for one, can’t figure out why the Dodgers don’t just let their stud prospects play. When (not if) LaRoche eventually wins this job, he will definitely be a prospect to watch as a fantasy sleeper.
And in this MLB.com article, Bill Whitehead writes that Andy LaRoche is benefiting from his relationship with Garciaparra, his direct competition.
Tags: Andy LaRoche, Dodgers, MLB Prospects
Posted in 2008 Fantasy Draft Sleepers, 3B, Andy LaRoche, Dodgers Prospects | No Comments »
Thursday, February 28th, 2008
Brandon Funston of Yahoo Sports put together his list of the top 10 rookies to make a fantasy impact this year. We’ve summarized the basic information for you. He says he didn’t include Kosuke Fukudome even though he’s technically a rookie, and if he had Fukudome would be in his top 3.
- 1. Jacoby Ellsbury, Bos, OF
If CoCo Crisp is out of the picture and Ellsbury bats lead off, could have 40 SBs and 100+ runs
- 2. Clay Buchholz, Bos, SP
Will get babied by BoSox for 125-150 IP, 10 wins, and a k/ip
- 3. Joba Chamberlain, NYY, RP
Will be starting in the bullpen, limited to 140 IP or less, probably will make the rotation at some point
- 4. Evan Longoria, TB, 3rd Base
Funston predicts .280/20/75/75/0, if he starts
- 5. Geovany Soto, ChC, Catcher
Probably won’t be a top 100 fantasy player, but could have good value if drafted late
- 6. Joey Votto, Cin, 1st Base
Stuck behind 38 year old Scott Hatteberg but could get 20 HR and 10-15 steals with 450 ABs
- 7. Andy LaRoche, LAD, 3B
It’s between him and Nomar Garciaparra for the starting 3B role, has 20-25 hr power if he gets the job
- 8. Jay Bruce, Cin, OF
Norris Hopper/Ryan Freel will limit his chances of starting in the majors, but with the talent he has he should be up before the All-Star break
- 9. Colby Rasmus, StL, OF
Could be a 20/20 guy if he surpasses one of the current outfielders: Chris Duncan, Rick Ankiel, or Ryan Ludwick
- 10. Ian Kennedy, NYY, SP
Has held hitters to under .190 in 168 minor league innings. With the Yankees bat support he could reach double digit wins.
Tags: Andy LaRoche, baseball prospects, Baseball Sleepers, Clay Buchholz, Colby Rasmus, Evan Longoria, Evan Lonoria, Fantasy Sleepers, Geovany Soto, Ian Kennedy, Jacoby Ellsbury, Jay Bruce, Joey Votto, Kosuke Fukudome, MLB Prospect News, MLB Prospects
Posted in 1B, 2008 Fantasy Draft Sleepers, 3B, Andy LaRoche, C, Cardinals Prospects, Clay Buchholz, Colby Rasmus, Cubs Prospects, Dodgers Prospects, Evan Longoria, Geovany Soto, Ian Kennedy, Jacoby Ellsbury, Jay Bruce, Joba Chamberlain, Joey Votto, Kosuke Fukudome, OF, RP, Rays Prospects, Red Sox Prospects, Reds Prospects, SP, Yankees Prospects | 1 Comment »
Tuesday, February 26th, 2008
We covered the pitching prospects below, now we’ll cover the hitting prospects. As mentioned before, MiLB.com put together a compilation of the best Q&A’s from recent MLB.com Mailbags. The answers are provided by beat writers for each respective team. We’ve summarize some of the more juicy prospect news below:
- Colby Rasmus’ call-up could be delayed for business reasons. A few days ago we discussed how Evan Longoria is in the same position. The Cardinals could gain an extra year of free agency with a short delay, and avoid Super-Two status with a mid-season call-up.
- Dodgers’ SS prospect Chin-Lung Hu will more than likely start the season at Triple-A. But with Rafael Furcal’s contract up after this season, look for Hu to compete for that position next Spring.
- Giants’ IF prospect Eugenio Velez could steal a whole lot of bases if given the opportunity. Velez has 122 stolen bases between the past two seasons.
- The MLB.com author argues that the Braves might be better off keeping BA’s 70th ranked overall Brandon Jones (OF) at Triple-A this season. The thought is that allowing him to play every day will be better for his development than sticking him in a major league platoon with Matt Diaz.
- Jesus Flores has not lost his status as the Catcher of the future for the Nationals; the future has just gotten a little further away. It seems he will spend at least a portion of the season at Triple-A due to the signings of Paul Lo Duca and Johnny Estrada.
- Nolan Reimold could see some playing time in Baltimore this season, just not in April. With CF and RF firmly occupied by Adam Jones and Nick Markakis, the only option for Reimold is in Left. Luke Scott will have to really struggle or get injured for the Orioles to make the call for Reimold this season.
- Look for Jed Lowrie to be this year’s version of Jacoby Ellsbury, a late season call-up with immediate impact. Lowrie is currently playing shortstop, but could probably play any infield position and “can flat-out hit”.
Tags: , Adam Jones, Brandon Jones, Braves, Cardinals, Chin-Lung Hu, Colby Rasmus, Dodgers, Eugenio Velez, Evan Longoria, Giants, Jacoby Ellsbury, Jed Lowrie, Jesus Flores, Johnny Estrada, Luke Scott, MLB Prospects, Nationals, Nick Markakis, Nolan Reimold, Orioles, Paul Lo Duca, Rafael Furcal, Red Sox
Posted in 2008 Fantasy Draft Sleepers, 2B, Brandon Jones, Braves Prospects, C, CF, Cardinals Prospects, Chin-Lung Hu, Colby Rasmus, Dodgers Prospects, Eugenio Velez, Evan Longoria, Giants Prospects, Jacoby Ellsbury, Jed Lowrie, Jesus Flores, LF, Nationals Prospects, Nolan Reimold, OF, Orioles Prospects, RF, Red Sox Prospects, SS | No Comments »
Monday, February 25th, 2008
Dylan Hernandez, Los Angeles Times reports that maturity isn’t an issue for this 19-year-old fire-baller. At 6-foot-3 with a fastball that reaches the mid-90’s, Kershaw is raising eyebrows, including those of Joe Torre and Ned Colleti.
General Manager Ned Colletti already has raised the possibility of Kershaw reaching the majors this season and Torre said he wouldn’t be hesitant to call him up because of his age.
Right now he’s at the Dodgers early Minor League camp along with 31 other top Dodger prospects. According to Ken Gurnick of MLB.com, Torre says he expects to see Kershaw pitch in a Major League exhibition game before training camp ends.
How much of a stud is this guy? Try 2.77 ERA and 134 K’s in 97 1/3 innings at Class-A Great Lakes last year.
Posted in Clayton Kershaw, Dodgers Prospects, P | 1 Comment »
